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Self Cremation Authorization Form

The Self Cremation Authorization Form is a 2-page document which explains the cremation process, identifies "Yourself" as the Authorized Representative who will be signing the document and identifies the final disposition of the ashes. This form must be signed in order to become a member of Tri-State Cremation Society. When you sign the Self Cremation Authorization Form we require two witnesses also sign the form. This signed document is required by WV Law before a human body may be cremated. By signing the cremation authorization in advance and funding your final arrangements State Law requires your wishes be carried out.

If you plan to sign your own Cremation Authorization Form Please Print Pages 1 and 2 of the "Self Cremation Authorization Form" below.

General Cremation Authorization Form

The General Cremation Authorization Form is a 2-page document which explains the cremation process, identifies the Authorized Representative(s) who will be signing the document and identifies the final disposition of the ashes. This form must be signed in order to become a member of Tri-State Cremation Society. The General Cremation Authorization Form is used when ones self is not able to sign on their own behalf. In some cases Power of Attorney Forms may be necessary for someone else to sign the General Cremation Form on their behalf. we require two witnesses also sign the form. This signed document is required by WV Law before a human body may be cremated. By signing the cremation authorization in advance and funding the final arrangements State Law requires the wishes of that person be carried out.

If you plan to sign someone other than your self's Cremation Authorization please print pages 1 and 2 of the "General Cremation Authorization Forms" below.